An automated system for fuel measurement and forecast in underground tanks
Date
2021
Authors
Munene, Joan Waithira
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Strathmore University
Abstract
The use of dip rods has over the years been in most fuel stations within most
developing countries in the measurement of fuel levels in undergrounds tanks. It has
been challenged by high inaccuracies resulting from the lack of experienced or honest
personnel tasked with the duty of conducting these measurements. Additionally,
inability to forecast fuel shortage in these tanks in real-time is a challenge.
This research therefore proposes an automated fuel level measurement system in
underground tanks in petrol stations. The proposed solution aims to solve the problem
of inaccuracy and time wastage faced by managers at petrol stations and also
attendants. This shall be achieved through the use of a light sensor which in the long
run shall aid in the accountancy for every amount of fuel that is used in the petrol
station. Additionally, data collected shall be used in analysing the fuel usage trend and
send forecast reports to the concern parties.
The system development methodology that will be used to design the project is system
prototyping due to the reason that upon the completion of the research the proposed
solution will not be deployable though a working proof of concept. The research
methodology shall be qualitative and design methodology (OOAD).
Description
An information system project 2 proposal submitted to the Faculty of
Information Technology in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the award
of the bachelor’s degree in Business Information Technology of
Strathmore University